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The Mission of the Physics Teacher Education Coalition is the improvement of K-12 physics and physical science teacher preparation. Take a look at the PTEC Conferences, Institutions and opportunities. |
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SPS is pleased to present the experiences of several members who are involved in the Teach for America (TFA) program. Teach For America is the national corps of top recent college graduates of all academic majors who commit to teach for two years in urban and rural public schools and become lifelong leaders in the effort to expand educational opportunity. |
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The Nucleus is a comPADRE collection designed specifically to serve as an informational touchpoint and online community for undergraduate physics and astronomy students. It houses a searchable scholarship database which includes several scholarships for future teachers. |
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If you are thinking about teaching, money is plentiful to help pay for college. The Buffalo State Physics Department website lists several Scholarships for prospective teachers, as well as In-service Physics Teacher Professional Development and Support. |
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These reports from the AIP Statistical Research Center document the curriculum range and student enrollment trends in physics at the high school and two-year college level, as well as the personal characteristics and academic backgrounds of physics teachers at these levels. They also examine teachers' experiences, instructional practices, available resources and the impact of recent science education reforms on physics programs. |
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If you are considering teaching as a career choice, this list of State Contacts for Teacher Certification from the AIP Statistical Research Centerwill be vital to you. The rules governing teacher certification change regularly, vary greatly across states, and many states have a number of different options, including alternate teacher certification. |
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